Azure Platform and DevOps Engineer

Amstelveen | Azure | CI/CD | Python | Up to €85,000 annually Build the platform behind a technology-driven investment firm Not every engineer wants to work in an environment with multiple management layers, narrowly defined responsibilities and limited influence. Some are looking for the opposite. On behalf of our client Ostrica, a technology-driven investment management firm based in Amstelveen, RIXT.IT is looking for an Azure Platform & DevOps Engineer who wants to take ownership of the foundation on which the business operates. This is a role for someone who enjoys responsibility. Someone who understands that great software does not start with code, but with a secure, reliable and scalable platform that allows innovation to thrive. About Ostrica Ostrica combines technology, data and investment expertise to support investment management activities and investment operations. Technology is not a support function. It is a strategic enabler of the business. The organisation is compact, entrepreneurial and highly knowledge-driven. Decision-making is fast, communication lines are short, and you will work directly with business stakeholders and leadership. You will report directly to the Managing Director and play an important role in shaping the future of the technology landscape. The Opportunity Unlike many organisations, parts of the business actively develop their own solutions in Python. Your primary responsibility is not building applications from scratch. Your responsibility is to ensure that software is reviewed, tested, deployed and operated according to professional engineering standards. You will own the Azure platform, improve operational excellence and establish the processes that allow internally developed applications to move safely and reliably into production. The role is approximately: 80% Azure Platform, Cloud Infrastructure and DevOps 20% Python, code reviews and application support What will you be doing? As Azure Platform & DevOps Engineer, you will be responsible for the technology foundation that enables the business to develop, deploy and operate applications securely and efficiently. Working closely with business stakeholders and leadership, you will take ownership of the Azure platform, software delivery processes and infrastructure standards that support Ostrica's operations. Platform Engineering & Cloud Infrastructure Designing, building and maintaining infrastructure through Infrastructure as CodeManaging and continuously improving the Microsoft Azure environmentEnsuring platform reliability, performance, security and scalabilityEstablishing and maintaining governance, monitoring and operational best practicesIdentifying opportunities to optimise infrastructure and cloud services DevOps & Software Delivery Designing, maintaining and improving CI/CD pipelines and deployment processesSupporting testing, implementation, release management and production deploymentsImproving delivery reliability, automation and operational efficiencyContributing to architecture decisions and technical standards across the organisation Software Quality & Application Support Reviewing Python applications developed by business teamsSupporting and maintaining existing applications and servicesAssisting with the maintenance of legacy C# applications where requiredEnsuring solutions meet standards for quality, security and maintainabilityTroubleshooting, debugging and resolving technical issues Stakeholder Collaboration Working closely with internal stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technical solutionsSupporting architecture and technology roadmap discussionsProviding technical guidance and best practices across the organisationHelping teams automate workflows and optimise existing processes Documentation & Continuous Improvement Maintaining technical documentation throughout the software development lifecycleContributing to process improvements, standardisation and platform maturityDriving a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement What are we looking for? You are an analytical and detail-oriented engineer with a passion for technology and a strong sense of ownership. You enjoy solving complex technical challenges and feel comfortable operating in an environment where you are given significant responsibility and the freedom to make an impact. Working in a small team energises you. You are proactive, curious by nature and continuously looking for ways to improve platforms, processes and software quality. Requirements Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or a related fieldStrong experience with Microsoft Azure or similar public cloud platformsExperience managing cloud environments and production workloadsHands-on experience with CI/CD, DevOps or GitOps practicesStrong understanding of platform governance, security and operational excellenceSolid Python skills, including the ability to review, assess and improve application codeExperience designing and working with APIs and microservicesGood knowledge of SQL databases such as PostgreSQL and Microsoft SQL ServerStrong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilitiesA collaborative mindset and the ability to work closely with both technical and business stakeholders Nice to have Experience with FastAPI, asynchronous programming and modern Python frameworksExperience with SQLAlchemy or other ORM frameworksKnowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep or similar)Experience with Docker and containerised environmentsExperience with C#/.NET or willingness to support existing C# applicationsExperience within financial services, fintech or investment environmentsInterest in technology, automation and financial markets What’s in it for you? At Ostrica, you will join a technology-driven organisation where you can genuinely influence the way technology is built, governed and deployed. In return, you can expect: An attractive salary package of up to €85,000 gross per yearA 13th month salary and a competitive pension schemeOpportunities to earn performance-related bonuses8% holiday allowance25 vacation days, plus approximately 5 additional days off when Euronext is closedFull reimbursement of travel expensesFlexible working hours with the possibility to work from home occasionally in consultationA generous training and development budget for courses, certifications and professional growthDirect access to decision-makers and the opportunity to influence technology strategyA high degree of autonomy and ownership within a compact and entrepreneurial environment Interested? RIXT.IT is exclusively managing the recruitment process for this position. If you would like to learn more about the organisation, technology landscape or future ambitions, we would be happy to tell you more.